Disclosure Register offline as new Code starts The Australian Government’s Franchise Disclosure website was offline for several days as the new Franchising Code of Conduct came into effect on April 1. All businesses that offer franchises in Australia are required by both the previous and new Codes to be listed on the… Continue reading Behind the Headlines – Jason Gehrke
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Wrangling Cats (and Customers): A Franchise Owner’s Guide to Harmonious Herding
Ever feel like you’re trying to herd a room full of particularly stubborn cats? As a franchise owner, you’re not just running a business; you’re navigating a wild tangle of personalities among your menagerie of customers. From the “just give me the bottom line” types to the “let me tell you what happened” chatterboxes,… Continue reading Wrangling Cats (and Customers): A Franchise Owner’s Guide to Harmonious Herding
Getting obligations right this fringe benefits tax year
We started a new fringe benefits tax (FBT) year on April 1. To set yourself up for future success, I’m sharing some important information for employers, including some of the key changes that may impact your FBT obligations. Let’s start with a quick refresher on FBT. FBT is a tax paid by employers on certain… Continue reading Getting obligations right this fringe benefits tax year
PURR-FECT PET FRANCHISES ARE DOGGONE POPULAR
Everyone loves pets or they should – they bring a new dimension to living. Lots of people have cats or dogs but you can have a pet rabbit, guinea pig, rat, mice, bird, lizard, turtle or tortoise but avoid a pet crocodile. Life is better with a pet but they can’t care for themselves… Continue reading PURR-FECT PET FRANCHISES ARE DOGGONE POPULAR
Franchising a pet business can be tricky.
Running a pet business as a pet lover can be incredibly rewarding, not least being the huge market that exists for servicing the demand in every area of pet sales and service. And, once you have your business up and running and a raving success the next step – expansion – is a very… Continue reading Franchising a pet business can be tricky.
What Every Aspiring Franchisee Should Know Before Signing
By Helen Kay, Franchise Lawyer & Principal, Rise Legal Franchising continues to be one of the most popular ways for Australians to enter business ownership—with the promise of brand recognition, systems, and support. But joining a franchise system isn’t just buying a business—it’s entering into a long-term legal relationship that comes with significant rights and… Continue reading What Every Aspiring Franchisee Should Know Before Signing
Pets and Franchising: The Pet supplies, accessories, pet care and training sector
“ I luv my dog as much as I love you” – Yusuf Cat Stevens (1971) one of his first songs released. He had a great sense of awareness I think, about how much easier it is to love your dog than a human, no argument here ! Of course there is nothing… Continue reading Pets and Franchising: The Pet supplies, accessories, pet care and training sector
Empowering Success: Franchising at the Heart of Australia’s Small Business Economy
By Jay Westbury, CEO, Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) In a year that has seen both opportunity and uncertainty for Australia’s small business community, the Franchise Council of Australia remains steadfast in its mission: to promote the value of franchising and empower success for both franchisees and franchisors. This mission has never been… Continue reading Empowering Success: Franchising at the Heart of Australia’s Small Business Economy
DO ALL FRANCHISED BUSINESSES NOW COME WITH A GUARANTEED ROI AS A RESULT OF THE 2025 FRANCHISE CODE OF CONDUCT AMENDMENTS?
As you would be aware, the Franchise Code of Conduct (‘Code’) has been amended, again, and by the time you are reading this article the new Code is now in force. I will try and summarise the changes, very crudely, in 5 points: No more Key Facts Sheet. Repetitive and not helpful.… Continue reading DO ALL FRANCHISED BUSINESSES NOW COME WITH A GUARANTEED ROI AS A RESULT OF THE 2025 FRANCHISE CODE OF CONDUCT AMENDMENTS?
Stronger Future for Franchisees: Policy & Recognition
By Jay Westbury, CEO, Franchise Council of Australia Running a franchise business is not easy, and in today’s environment, franchisees face challenges on multiple fronts—from rising costs and regulatory complexity to staffing shortages and economic uncertainty. While the recent interest cut helps including in boosting consumer confidence, we all know there’s a lot still… Continue reading Stronger Future for Franchisees: Policy & Recognition